Press Releases

The Port of San Diego joins public agencies throughout the country in celebrating May 17-23, 2020 as National Public Works Week, sponsored by the American Public Works Association (APWA). On May 19, 2020, the Board of Port Commissioners authorized a...

MEDIA CONTACT: Sgt. Timothy De La Pena, (c) 619.359.9727, tdelapen@portofsandiego.org At approximately 7 a.m. on Sunday, May 17, 2020, a recreational boater contacted Port of San Diego Harbor Police by marine radio regarding a possible body floating...

Live fireworks show canceled due to COVID-19; tune in to Big Bay Boom TV special In alignment with the State of California’s Stay-at-Home Order prohibiting large events and gatherings, and prioritizing public health, the Port of San Diego, title...

Vessel occupants must all be members of the same household In compliance with the County of San Diego’s latest amended public health order, and with public health measures remaining in place to continue to minimize the spread of and exposure to COVID...

In coordination with regional partner agencies, and with public health measures remaining in place to continue to minimize the spread of and exposure to COVID-19, kayaking, paddle boarding, and swimming will be allowed on San Diego Bay beginning at...

As part of the transformation of the Chula Vista waterfront on San Diego Bay, the Port of San Diego Board of Port Commissioners has approved a Coastal Development Permit (CDP) for the future Sweetwater Park. Planned for the northern portion of the...

A Port of San Diego Harbor Police officer has tested positive for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19). The officer has not been to work since March 20, 2020, and began feeling ill after that date. Upon notification of the positive test, the Port...

In coordination with the California Office of Emergency Services, San Diego County Health & Human Services, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the U.S. Coast Guard, Customs and Border Protection, and the Port of San Diego, the Celebrity Eclipse...

Prioritizing public health and well-being, and to help minimize the spread of and exposure to Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19), the Port of San Diego is closing public parks around San Diego Bay, which includes beaches, parking lots, piers, and boat...

Prioritizing public health, and with extra precautions in place to minimize community spread of and exposure to Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19), the Port of San Diego is working with its cruise line partners to conclude sailings that were underway when...

In order to help protect the health and safety of the public, employees, and property, and in support of operations, services, and businesses operating on and around San Diego Bay, the Port of San Diego has proclaimed a local emergency due to...

In order to help protect the health and safety of the public, employees, and property, and in support of Port of San Diego operations and services, the Board of Port Commissioners will consider confirming an Emergency Proclamation in response to...

Prioritizing public health, and with extra precautions in place to minimize community spread of and exposure to Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19), the Port of San Diego is working with its cruise line partners to conclude sailings that were underway when...

Prioritizing the health and well-being of Port employees, their families, and the public, and in the interest of providing Port of San Diego services, the Port is taking proactive steps to minimize the spread of Coronavirus 2019 (COVID-19). Statement...

The Port of San Diego is postponing Picnic in the Park, originally scheduled for Sunday, March 29, 2020 at Pepper Park in National City from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The decision comes out of an abundance of caution and in following guidance by the...

Continuing our commitment to public engagement and collaboration, the City of Chula Vista and the Port of San Diego invite the public to take an online survey that will help guide the branding of the Chula Vista bayfront. Feedback from the survey...

The Port of San Diego invites the public to enjoy a free arts and community engagement event on Sunday, March 29, 2020 at Pepper Park in National City from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event, Picnic in the Park, is being provided as a Port of San Diego...

The Port of San Diego invites the public to enjoy a free afternoon of activities and performances by Fern Street Circus on Saturday, February 29, 2020 at Chula Vista Bayfront Park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (This event was originally scheduled for...

The Port of San Diego invites the public to enjoy a free afternoon of activities and performances by Fern Street Circus and Culture Shock Dance Troupe on Saturday, February 22, 2020 at Chula Vista Bayfront Park from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event,...

Grain & Grit Collective to Introduce New Restaurant Concept with “Sam the Cooking Guy”; Traveler’s Convenience to Open Seaport Market As part of the Port of San Diego’s continued efforts to revitalize Seaport Village, the Board of Port Commissioners...

The Port of San Diego is pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Yeilding as Acting Port Auditor. Yeilding, formerly Assistant Port Auditor, began his interim role January 8, 2020. He succeeds Robert “Bob” Monson, who was appointed Port Auditor...

The Port of San Diego swore in its 2020 Executive Officers for the Board of Port Commissioners on Thursday, January 9 during ceremonies held at Intercontinental San Diego located along the North Embarcadero on the San Diego Bay waterfront. Ann Moore...

The Port of San Diego Holiday Bowl Parade presented by Hilton, also known as “America’s Largest Balloon Parade,” will take place on Thursday, December 26, 2019 on Harbor Drive along beautiful San Diego Bay. The festivities begin at 2:45 p.m. with the...

BIPARTISAN COALITION RESOLUTION TAKES FIGHT TO END TRANSBOUNDARY SEWAGE CRISIS TO NEXT LEVEL The Port of San Diego has adopted a joint resolution recommending actions for the federal government to take to eliminate transboundary flows in the Tijuana...

The Port of San Diego sadly announces the passing of former Harbor Police Chief David A. Hall on Friday, December 6, 2019 after a months-long battle with cancer. Chief Hall spent four years at the helm of the Port of San Diego Harbor Police...

The Port of San Diego has recognized six tenant businesses for their commitment to sustainable operations and the environmental protection of San Diego Bay. The tenants are members of the Port’s Green Business Network and were honored at the Port’s...

The 48th annual San Diego Bay Parade of Lights, presented by the Port of San Diego, is set to dazzle and delight waterfront visitors on Sunday, December 8 and Sunday, December 15, 2019. A free, time-honored tradition, more than 100,000 spectators...

Port of San Diego Real Estate Department Manager Penny Maus has been named one of the San Diego Business Journal’s Women of the Year. Now in its 26th year, the annual Business Women of the Year Awards recognizes dynamic women business leaders who...

The Port of San Diego invites the public to enjoy a free community open house at the Aquatic Center in the Port’s Pepper Park on Wednesday, December 11, 2019. This fun, informative event will include photos with Santa and holiday treats while also...

Beginning Thanksgiving week, the Port of San Diego will be getting into the holiday spirit by making its Broadway Pier on the North Embarcadero a festive and welcoming location for residents and visitors. Three oversized, sculptural letters spelling...